76 & 78 Series Tail Light Installation Guide

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76 & 78 Series Tail Light Installation Guide - Bushdoof Lighting
Important Notes

Professional installation recommended.
Test tail lights and wiring prior to installation.

Overview:

Our Bushdoof Plug & Play Tail Lights for the Toyota LandCruiser 76 and 78 Series are a full LED replacement for the factory units, using the factory mounting points and connectors. The 76 Series Wagon runs functional factory tail lights, so these plug straight in. Some Australian-delivered 76 and 78 Series setups (including rear-bar arrangements on the 78 Troop Carrier) may need minor wiring adjustments to pick up all functions if your vehicle differs.

What you'll need:

  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Trim removal tools (if required)
  • Socket set
  • Electrical tape
  • Zip ties
  • Multimeter (optional)
  • Wire strippers and crimp connectors or solder (only if minor wiring is required)

Wire Colour Reference

  • Green - Park light and start-up animation
  • Yellow - Indicator
  • Red - Brake
  • White - Reverse
  • Grey - Not used

Step 1: Remove Factory Tail Lights

  • Check packaging contents, you should have 2x Bushdoof Tail Lights (Left + Right) and the wiring harness.
  • Access the rear to reach the tail light mounting screws.
  • Remove the screws securing each factory tail light.
  • Pull the tail light straight backward to release it.
  • Disconnect the factory plug.
  • Ensure no clips, seals, or mounts are damaged during removal.

Step 2: Prepare & Route Wiring

  • Connect the new Bushdoof tail light to the factory plug. On most 76 and 78 Series this is a direct plug-and-play connection.
  • If your vehicle does not feed a function directly (some rear-bar 78 setups), run power up to that input and match it to the colour reference above.
  • Secure the wiring with zip ties, clear of sharp edges and moving parts.

Step 3: Install Bushdoof Tail Lights

  • Position the new tail light onto the vehicle and seat it correctly.
  • Reinstall the screws and tighten securely.
  • Ensure the housing sits flush against the body.
  • Repeat for the opposite side.

Step 4: Test

  • Turn the vehicle on and check all lighting functions:
    Tail/Park, Brake, Indicator, Reverse, and Hazard lights.
  • Ensure all functions operate correctly with no dash warnings.
  • Confirm all connections are secure and insulated.

Wiring Diagram:

Bushdoof 76/78 Series tail light wiring diagram

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